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Snowboarder Dies in Ski Lift Accident in Japan
A 22-year-old Australian woman has died in a tragic accident at a Japanese ski resort after her backpack became caught in a ski lift carriage.
Punxsutawney Phil's Groundhog Day Prediction 2026
Tens of thousands gather in Pennsylvania for Punxsutawney Phil's annual winter forecast. The groundhog's shadow sighting tradition faces scrutiny with NOAA reporting just 40% accuracy.
Elton John's Pilot Makes Emergency Manoeuvre to Avoid Hawk
Sir Elton John's private jet faced a terrifying near-miss when a huge hawk divebombed the aircraft during take-off from Farnborough Airport, forcing an emergency manoeuvre.
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Flood Warnings and Travel Chaos Hit South-West England
The Met Office has issued a yellow rain alert for Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, and Somerset, warning of more flooding and travel disruption after Storm Chandra. Up to 60mm of rain could worsen conditions, with 57 flood warnings active.
Australian Snowboarder Dies in Japan Ski Lift Accident
A 22-year-old Australian snowboarder has died in Japan after her backpack became caught in a ski lift, causing her to be dragged and suffer cardiac arrest at Tsugaike Mountain Resort.
Storm Chandra's Dramatic Day: A Country Diary
A vivid account of the UK's dramatic weather under Storm Chandra, detailing its impact on landscapes, wildlife, and communities with insights into climate change.
Australian Woman Dies in Japan Ski Resort Chairlift Accident
Ella Day Brooke, 22, passed away after a horrific incident at Tsugaike Mountain Resort in Nagano, where her backpack tangled with a lift buckle, leading to cardiac arrest.
Groundhog Day 2026: Punxsutawney Phil's Forecast
Punxsutawney Phil's handlers will announce the groundhog's winter forecast on Groundhog Day, a tradition drawing tens of thousands to Pennsylvania.
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33-Hour Snow Blitz to Hit UK as Temperatures Drop to -4C
Weather maps from WXCharts indicate a 33-hour snow event will impact 13 UK counties from February 5 to 7, with temperatures falling to -4C and potential blizzard conditions.
South-West England Flood Alert: Met Office Warns of Further Rainfall
The Met Office has issued a yellow rain warning for Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset, with up to 60mm of rainfall expected to exacerbate existing flooding from Storm Chandra.
Bomb Cyclone Brings Snow and Arctic Cold to US
A powerful bomb cyclone is sweeping across the United States, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerously cold temperatures, disrupting travel and daily life nationwide.
600-Mile Snow Wall to Hit UK in February
Weather maps forecast a 600-mile wall of snow and freezing rain to blanket the UK in mid-February, with temperatures plunging below zero.
Search for British Girl Swept to Sea in Morocco Continues
The parents of Inaayah Makda, seven, from Blackburn, say 'every minute is filled with unbearable pain' as severe weather hampers the search operation off Casablanca.
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Florida Colder Than Iceland in Bomb Cyclone Freeze
Florida faces a historic freeze with temperatures plunging below Iceland's as a bomb cyclone brings snow, ice and dangerous winds across the Southeast, prompting urgent warnings.
600-Mile Snow Wall and Freezing Rain to Hit UK
New weather maps forecast a 600-mile wall of snow to blanket the UK, with rare freezing rain targeting Wales just before Valentine's Day as temperatures plunge below zero.
WC Meaning on Toilets Leaves People Astonished
Many people are discovering the true meaning behind WC signs on public toilet doors, with the historical explanation surprising social media users across the UK.
US Bomb Cyclone Brings Snow, Flight Cancels, Falling Iguanas
A severe bomb cyclone has plunged the eastern United States into deep freeze, causing heavy snowfall, thousands of flight cancellations, and even cold-stunned iguanas falling from trees in Florida.
Historic Bomb Cyclone Snowfall Paralyzes US Southeast
A powerful bomb cyclone has dumped record-breaking snowfall across the US Southeast, with North Carolina seeing its heaviest snow in 20 years, causing massive travel disruption and power outages for over 150,000 residents.
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Bomb Cyclone Brings Historic Snowfall and Travel Chaos
A powerful bomb cyclone has dumped over 20 inches of snow in parts of North Carolina, causing widespread power cuts for 150,000 and severe travel disruption across the Southeast.
Elton John's Plane in Close Call: Pilot's Unorthodox Move Saves Day
Sir Elton John's private jet narrowly avoided a major incident when pilot Duncan Gillespie performed an unusual manoeuvre to evade a diving hawk during takeoff from Farnborough Airport.
Yellow Ice Alert Issued After Storm Chandra
The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for parts of the UK, including south-west England, Wales and Northern Ireland, following heavy rain and flooding from Storm Chandra.
Met Office Issues Fresh Ice and Rain Warnings
The Met Office has issued new yellow weather warnings for ice and heavy rain across southwest England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with flooding risks persisting after Storm Chandra.
UK Snow Forecast: 54cm Blizzard Could Bury Every Region
Weather maps predict a 12-hour blizzard hitting the UK on February 16, potentially bringing snow to every inch of the country with up to 54cm in Scottish Highlands.
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Yellow Ice Alert Issued as Temperatures Plunge in UK
Motorists are being warned of treacherous icy patches on untreated roads across south-west England, Hampshire, Wales and Northern Ireland following Storm Chandra, with flood warnings also in effect.
UK Weather: Ice and Rain Warnings After Storm Chandra
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for ice and heavy rain across southwest England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, following flooding from Storm Chandra that affected 50 properties.
Met Office Issues Ice and Rain Warnings After Storm Chandra
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for ice and heavy rain across southwest England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with flooding risks persisting after Storm Chandra.
Triple Storms to Bury 90% of UK in 20 Inches of Snow
Advanced weather models predict three consecutive blizzards will hit the UK from February 11, potentially dumping 20 inches of snow across 90% of the country, including major cities like London.
Heatwave Ends, Dust Storm Hits NSW After Record Temperatures
Millions in Australia find relief as a prolonged heatwave subsides, but far west NSW faces a severe dust storm following days of extreme temperatures and local records.
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Met Office Warns 42 UK Places of Rare Freezing Fog Danger
The Met Office has issued a severe weather alert for 42 specific locations across the UK, warning of a rare and dangerous freezing fog phenomenon expected to develop from tonight.
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